nappy

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun garment consisting of a folded cloth drawn up between the legs and fastened at the waist; worn by infants to catch excrement
  2. adjective (of hair) in small tight curls

Etymology

A diminutive in -y. The base is probably napkin but possibly French nappe directly (note that napkin is already a diminutive).

In classic literature

Synonyms

diaper, napkin

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